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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Junior Kayla Morin and junior Maddie Slater form a wall to block a spike attempt. Despite the defensive effort and strong offensive performances from each, the Cats were unable to hold on to beat Illinois.

Volleyball: Northwestern pushes No. 18 Illinois to five sets in loss

November 5, 2015

Volleyball Despite a 3-2 loss in its first game against No. 18 Illinois, Northwestern proved it has a fighting chance against the Fighting Illini. The Wildcats (13-11, 5-8 Big Ten) lost the...

Caroline Troncelliti competes for a loose ball. The senior midfielder had an assist when the Wildcats beat Ohio State 2-0 earlier this season.

Field Hockey: Wildcats expecting big things at Big Ten Tournament

November 4, 2015

Field Hockey It’s now or never for the Wildcats. No. 17 Northwestern (12-7, 4-4 Big Ten) heads to this weekend’s Big Ten Tournament in Bloomington, Indiana, knowing it almost certainly must...

Lena Phillips escapes a crowd of defenders. The senior's lone shot attempt didn't find the back of the net in the Cats' 3-2 home defeat.

Field Hockey: Wildcats foiled by Penn State on Senior Day

October 31, 2015

Field Hockey One shot went off the post. A penalty shot was saved. Shots went off feet, sticks and masks. Not enough Northwestern shots went in, however. Despite a furious second-half push, the...

Senior libero Carks Niedospial celebrates. Niedospial, who leads the Big Ten in digs per set, will be looking to lead NU to much needed wins against Michigan and Michigan State this weekend.

Volleyball: Wildcats enter homestand looking for bounce-back wins

October 29, 2015

Volleyball Northwestern enters a homestand this weekend looking to reverse a disappointing stretch. The Wildcats (12-9, 4-6 Big Ten) lost two straight games last weekend on the road, and they...

Junior Maddie Slater (center) has been a leader on and off the court this year for the Wildcats, and both her coach and teammates recognize her skills.

Volleyball: NU pushes for consistent play in next roadtrip

October 21, 2015

Volleyball After going 2-2 on the road and 2-2 during their homestand, the only thing consistent for the Wildcats (12-7, 4-4) is inconsistency. But they’re hoping to change that this weekend against...

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